Senior Sales Administrator – Steel Products

-International Trading / Import & Export / Hybrid Working-

An international trading company is seeking a Senior Sales Administrator to join its Steel Products Department in Düsseldorf.

This role will support sales activities related to import and export transactions, covering order processing, logistics coordination, customer enquiries, invoicing, inventory control and market research. You will work closely with customers, suppliers, warehouses and internal departments to ensure smooth trading operations.

The ideal candidate should have experience in international trade, import/export operations and SAP, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple processes accurately.

(Ref: AB47684 - Please include this when making any enquiries.)

Main Responsibilities

• Manage purchase and sales processes, including SAP order entry, contracts, invoices and delivery documentation
• Coordinate shipments with customers, suppliers, forwarders and warehouses, ensuring smooth delivery schedules
• Monitor inventory levels, stock movements and delivery control records
• Handle customer and supplier enquiries, including delivery adjustments, quantity changes and quality-related issues
• Support payment monitoring, overdue invoice follow-up and communication with accounting teams
• Prepare monthly closing documents, including inventory reports, customs documentation, insurance records and budget files
• Conduct market research and analyse industry trends, product information and business opportunities

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in import/export business, international trade or commercial operations
• Knowledge of logistics processes related to international trade
• Experience using SAP systems
• Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken)
• Good understanding of commercial processes and international business practices
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks under pressure
• Flexible, organised and team-oriented approach
• Previous experience working in a multinational company would be advantageous

Conditions

• Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
• Working Style: hybrid
• Salary: €50,000 per annum
• Job Type: permanent, full-time
• Start: Negotiable

Visa Support: No

All applicants for the Senior Sales Administrator position must have the right to work in Germany without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working Holiday, Graduate or Student visa holders.